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Galway

GAWL-way

Galway (name) means a city and county on the west coast of Ireland, known for its arts scene and Atlantic coastline. Example: “Galway hosts a famous arts festival every summer.”

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A city and county on the west coast of Ireland, known for its arts scene and Atlantic coastline.

"Galway hosts a famous arts festival every summer."

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Etymology

Anglicization of Irish Gaillimh, of uncertain meaning, said to mean "stony' (referring to the River Corrib). If so, it probably derives from Old Irish calad (“hard”); compare caillou, of Gaulish origin.

Origin: Irish

Rhymes for Galway

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Galway” mean?

The word “Galway” means a city and county on the west coast of Ireland, known for its arts scene and Atlantic coastline.

How do you pronounce “Galway”?

“Galway” is pronounced GAWL-way (/ˈɡɒːlweː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Galway” in a sentence?

Here is “Galway” used in a sentence: “Galway hosts a famous arts festival every summer.”

What part of speech is “Galway”?

“Galway” is a name.